Gastroenteritis

Gastroenteritis, commonly called the “stomach flu,” is very contagious. Infected people can spread the illness from the time they have symptoms for up to two weeks after symptoms go away. People can remain contagious for a few weeks after they no longer feel symptoms. You can avoid getting the virus by adopting simple hygiene practices, such as washing your hands.

What do I do if I have stomach flu symptoms?

Consult the flu decision assistant

Learn more

• Gastroenteritis (stomach flu) page of the Portail santé mieux-être of the Government of Quebec.
• Washing hands page of the Portail santé mieux-être of the Government of Quebec.

Power outages and your food: what to keep and what to throw to avoid food poisoning?

Consult this web page (in Frech only).